Condo Security: Why are you wearing a black mask, Spider-Man?

High-rise living doesn't mean you’re at low risk for break and enter

Condo-security expert Frank Fourchalk shares his tips weekly.

“With all this nice weather, we tend to throw open the windows and doors without giving much thought to a break-in, especially in a high-rise. But don’t think because you live in the stratosphere, you’re at low risk for a break and enter.

“Thieves have been known to rappel down buildings in Spider-Man fashion to get what they want. So make sure to always secure your windows and balcony doors. You may have to add auxiliary locks to balcony doors that slide on the outside of the track. Doors and windows that slide on the inside may only need a piece of wood in the door’s track to prevent it from opening. And remember: If a sliding door or window can be lifted out of its track, install screws in the top track so when the door is closed it can’t be lifted.”